Planning Intern

Trilon Group; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Artheon is seeking a motivated Planning Intern to join our expanding planning team in Albany, NY. This position offers hands-on experience on municipal planning projects across New York State, including comprehensive plans, downtown revitalization, zoning and land use, and environmental review.

You will work with our planning team on research, map preparation, public engagement, and report production, from research through plan development and implementation.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a master’s degree in Urban, Regional, or Community Planning, Geography, Environmental Studies, Landscape Architecture, or a related field.
• Strong research, technical writing, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS is preferred but not required.
• Interest in municipal planning, land use, downtown revitalization, and public engagement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct demographic, land use, and other technical research.
• Assist with technical writing, document preparation, editing, and report production.
• Prepare maps, graphics, tables, presentations, and other planning materials.
• Assist with public engagement activities, including community surveys, public workshops, and meetings.
• Attend municipal meetings, public meetings, and hearings, as appropriate.
• Assist with the preparation of comprehensive plans, zoning regulations, downtown revitalization plans, and other planning documents.
• Support environmental review activities, including SEQRA and NEPA documentation.
• Collaborate with planners, engineers, and other team members on a variety of projects.
• Assist with the preparation of planning grants or supporting documentation.

Skills

Research skills

Technical writing

Organization

Communication

Collaboration

Deadline management

Education

Master’s degree in Urban/Regional/Community Planning or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

ArcGIS

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Planning Intern

Application Deadline: 1 December 2026

Department: Community Planning

Employment Type: Internship

Location: Albany, NY

Reporting To: Nicole Allen

Compensation: $24.00 - $27.00 / hour

Description

Artheon is seeking a motivated Planning Intern to join our expanding planning team in Albany, NY. This position provides an opportunity for a student or recent graduate to gain hands‑on experience working on municipal planning projects throughout New York State.

The intern will work collaboratively with our planning team on a variety of projects, including comprehensive plans, downtown revitalization initiatives, zoning and land use projects, environmental review, and public engagement. The position will provide exposure to the planning process, from research and analysis through community engagement, plan development, and implementation.

About Artheon

Artheon is a trusted engineering and consulting firm offering services that rival large organizations while maintaining the personalized client relationships of a boutique firm. With expertise spanning civil/site engineering, environmental permitting, transportation infrastructure, construction management, and advanced surveying technologies, we are committed to delivering high-quality, timely solutions to local, state, and federal clients.

Responsibilities

• Conduct demographic, land use, and other technical research.
• Assist with technical writing, document preparation, editing, and report production.
• Prepare maps, graphics, tables, presentations, and other planning materials.
• Assist with public engagement activities, including community surveys, public workshops, and meetings.
• Attend municipal meetings, public meetings, and hearings, as appropriate.
• Assist with the preparation of comprehensive plans, zoning regulations, downtown revitalization plans, and other planning documents.
• Support environmental review activities, including SEQRA and NEPA documentation.
• Collaborate with planners, engineers, and other team members on a variety of projects.
• Assist with the preparation of planning grants or supporting documentation.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a master’s degree in Urban, Regional, or Community Planning, Geography, Environmental Studies, Landscape Architecture, or a related field.
• Strong research, technical writing, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS is preferred but not required.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite is a plus.
• Interest in municipal planning, land use, downtown revitalization, and public engagement.
• Ability to work collaboratively while managing multiple assignments and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail, initiative, and willingness to learn.
• Ability to occasionally attend evening public meetings and hearings.